Energy Management
Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Energy Management articles below.
Frost & Sullivan Awards Carbon Lighthouse For Energy Efficiency Solution, CLUES
The deep data granularity of this energy analytics engine for buildings allows it to adapt to new energy efficiency measures while guaranteeing energy savings.
Facility Executive Of The Year 2020
A fast-paced facility operation is a great fit for Dennis Williams, Senior VP of Operations and Assistant GM at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum.
Six Ways Submetering Improves Energy Insight
Energy meters in facilities can help reduce energy consumption, cut costs, and increase sustainability.
Data Specialties Inc. Launches Electrical Assessment Service
Data center owner/operators can now get a comprehensive assessment of their facilities’ electrical system and backup capabilities.
Smart Buildings In Real Time
In an evolving landscape, smart buildings dynamically respond to the immediate and future needs of facility management and occupants.
Hybrid HVAC Cooling
These types of systems help facilities balance water and energy usage goals and demands.
New Report: Energy Efficiency Efforts Have Made Significant Impact
A first of its kind report from ASE, ACEEE, and BSCE states energy efficiency actions have delivered results, while warning of stalled progress.
Emerging Energy Services Opportunities
Recent research on Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) indicates commercial and industrial customers can benefit.
Facility Executive | December 2019 Issue
The December 2019 Issue looks at HVAC, smart building technology, and the building envelope. Plus green restrooms and wayfinding with color.
Did You Miss Our “Optimized Connectivity For Changing Office Spaces” Webinar?
View this free video webinar to examine the challenges for power and data placement in open plan offices and see examples of high-powered workstations that pair raceways with simple furnishings.
Are Your Facility Energy Projects Guided By The Business Case?
Many companies providing energy services to commercial customers tend to focus on energy usage and technology first, and the business case second.
USGBC Announces 2019 Green Building Leadership Awards
Microsoft and the Minnesota Twins are among the recipients to be recognized next month during the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Atlanta.
Pursuing Zero Net Energy Buildings
Whether for new construction or renovation, early recognition of five key aspects is important.
7 Facts About Financing Energy Efficiency Projects
The right projects built with the right solutions will deliver important energy savings while making smart, financial sense.
New Tool Offers Hospitals Improved Energy Efficiency
The new Energy to Care Dashboard Tool from ASHE offers an at-a-glance view of healthcare facilities’ energy use.
Saving Energy, One Flicker At A Time
Learn how software technology can monitor energy consumption while improving cost savings and the lifespan of critical assets.
Smart Buildings And The IoT
IoT is creating opportunities for information gathering and sharing that will have an astounding impact on the way buildings are managed and operated.
Safety With Energy Storage Systems
The soon to be released NFPA 855, Standard on the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems impacts facilities with on-site systems.
Bloom Energy Introduces “AlwaysON” Microgrid Solution
The simplified microgrid solution and short-term financing options put clean, reliable, always-on, on-site power within reach.
New Solar Charging Kit From Legrand
The Solar Charging Kit adds USB charging for mobile devices to commercial and hospitality outdoor spaces without the time or hassle of a full construction project.
DOE Better Buildings Challenge Achievements Announced
Organizations that reached energy, water, or financial goals for 2019 through the Challenge were recognized, while a Better Buildings, Better Plants Waste Reduction Pilot program was introduced.
Enercept Power and Energy Meters
Enercept series meters solve the challenges that organizations face in creating more efficient buildings in retrofit environments.
Three Ways To Maximize Energy Rebate Programs
Looking at long-term goals and finding a service provider that understands your goals are key to maximizing benefits
Reshaping Energy Management
With advances in energy management systems (EMS) and controls technologies, supermarket and other food retailers now have the ability to automate energy best practices.
Facility Executive | June 2019 Issue
The June 2019 issue looks at the impact of workplace design on productivity, plus smart buildings, green cleaning, energy management, and more.
After Hurricane Harvey, Hospital Focuses On Power Resiliency
Learning a lesson from the impact of power failure during a natural disaster, Citizens Medical Center added emergency power to its emergency room and beyond.
BrainBox AI Launches First AI Technology For Autonomous Buildings
BrainBox AI has unveiled its patent-pending technology enabling buildings to reduce energy costs by 25-35% and their carbon footprint by 20-40%.
Variable Refrigerant Flow Technology For Commercial Facilities
Whether for a retrofit or new construction, VRF technology permits the installation of a single HVAC system for both heating and cooling in facilities — saving money on equipment and controls.
New Guidelines On Energy Efficiency For Historic Buildings
ASHRAE has published a new guideline for increasing energy efficiency in historic buildings while minimizing the disturbance of the building’s historic character.
10 Data Center Trends To Watch In 2019
Which developments should you pay attention to for data center planning and operation?
Shannon Enterprises Installs Reusable Insulation For Energy Savings
The company installed its custom-engineered thermal blanket insulation throughout the mechanical rooms and steam distribution system at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro, MA.
Improving Long-Term HVAC Performance
Cumulative impact of three operational strategies helped a multi-tenant office building recertify LEED and boost its ENERGY STAR score.
Propane Power For Energy Efficient Buildings
HVAC, clothes dryers, and vehicle fleets are among the facility equipment that can be powered by propane, an alternative to other energy sources.
The Effects Of Regenerative Elevators On Generators
Although recent advancements in technology have made elevators more energy efficient than ever, regenerative type of drives in elevators can prevent a building’s generator from performing its essential job.
Illinois Ranked Top State For LEED Green Building In 2018
Massachusetts and Washington earned the second and third spots in the U.S. Green Building Council’s annual Top 10 States for LEED Green Building ranking.
Three Tips For Effective Power And Charging Solutions
With the rise of mobile technology and more millennials in the workforce, productivity depends on effective charging solutions.
Resilience In HVAC Design
Whether internal or from outside the organization, changing conditions are demanding system flexibility.
Ease The Challenge Of Navigating Energy Policy
Building a clean energy strategy can be complex, so keep these four ideas in mind when planning the next move for your facilities.
Mapping Energy Management
Confounded by energy efficiency options? Rely on a process to move toward goals.
Facility Executive | December 2018 Issue
The December 2018 issue features HVAC, roofing, energy management, false alarms, and green restrooms. Plus, a look at passing the facility leadership torch.
